Lost Me Gained Regret

Edith whipped out her phone and called Herbert. As she approached, she said, "I've asked Herbert to bring it over for you. Don't sweat it; men are there to be bothered." "You should start bothering Gregory more often. You're the only one who can actually get through to him," Edith added.

When Herbert arrived with the shoes, the party was still in full swing.

Throughout the evening, Herbert was practically glued to Bella, affectionately calling her "big sis" and openly showcasing her close ties with the Taylor family.

This move only made everyone more determined to get on Bella's good side.

After all, Herbert had a reputation for being a tough nut to crack...

By the time Gregory and I got back to Elmwood Villas, it was past ten.

Stepping into the elevator, I pressed for the sixth floor, but he hesitated to choose his, leaving me puzzled. He then pinned me against the elevator wall.

His hands gripped my waist as he pulled me closer, his voice husky. "Has the buzz worn off yet?"

"Not yet..."

I had switched to flats earlier, fearing Bella had overindulged, and ended up drinking a few for her.

The ride back was a bit of a blur, and I still felt lightheaded.

he lifted me slightly, whispering enticingly,

"...There's a camera, surveillance!"

away, wishing I could disappear into a

forehead, "We're

cue with his words, the elevator

effortlessly grabbed my wrist and followed me out of the elevator. "The wiring at my place is acting up, haven't got around to fixing it

alcohol, once inside, I leaned against the entryway cabinet, locking eyes with him,

than the night sky outside,

"A long time?"

I was taken aback.

his “long time"

closer,

cabinet, his

fervor within, "Since recognized you,

you but knew

man, I've

landed on

filling the quiet space with the low, trembling tones of his